Introduction to the service life of stainless steel conveyor belt

Introduction to the service life of stainless steel conveyor mesh belt Stainless
steel conveyor mesh belt is also known as stainless steel mesh belt, metal mesh belt, mesh belt, stainless steel conveyor belt, Great Wall mesh belt, Type B mesh belt, wire mesh belt, chain mesh belt. The service life of
ordinary mesh belt is very short compared with stainless steel mesh belt, because our use environment is very complex, such as high temperature, corrosion and other environments. As we all know, the characteristics of stainless steel mesh belt are high temperature resistance, corrosion resistance and high strength.
1. Use at ultra-high temperature exceeding 400℃ When
the mesh belt is working normally, the temperature rises due to the heat of the conveyed material, and the strength of the conveyor mesh belt gradually decreases with the increase in temperature. The use limit of stainless steel mesh belt will depend on the temperature generated by the friction between the material and the mesh belt and the temperature of the material. Please consult the stainless steel mesh belt manufacturer to see whether the temperature will affect the service life of the stainless steel mesh belt when it exceeds 400℃. Generally speaking, the stainless steel mesh belt is resistant to high temperature, so it will not affect its service life at 400℃, but due to different manufacturing processes, the service life of stainless steel mesh belts manufactured by different manufacturers is different.
The following issues should also be considered when using stainless steel mesh belts under high temperature conditions :
a) The heat generated by the mesh belt due to friction during operation;
b) Due to different manufacturing processes, the thermal expansion coefficients of stainless steel mesh belts are different. When different materials are welded together, there is a possibility of thermal fatigue;
c) When the ambient temperature exceeds 400°C, the expansion between parts causes intermittent reduction, which should also be fully considered;
d) Creep;
e) Ordinary mesh belts are thermally brittle when working at high temperatures, and so are stainless steel mesh belts;
f) The brittleness of carbon precipitation;
g) The effect of temperature changes on the use of stainless steel mesh belts (cooling and expansion);
h) The effect of high temperature environment on lubrication. Silicon, graphite and molybdenum disulfide lubricants all have good heat resistance.
2. When the mesh belt is exposed to corrosive materials, it will cause adverse consequences. First of all, the mesh belt parts will become thinner and thinner, resulting in accelerated wear. The rust on the ordinary mesh belt parts will also affect the flexible rotation of the stainless steel mesh belt hinges and rollers. When the stainless steel mesh belt continues to work in an acidic or alkaline environment, the parts will experience stress corrosion and crystal corrosion.
When using the mesh belt in a corrosive environment, it is necessary to pay great attention to the selection of mesh belt parts materials. Whether the mesh belt with martensitic stainless steel series parts will rust depends on the specific working environment. Mastering anti-corrosion technology is very useful for the correct use of mesh belts in corrosive environments.
3. Using the mesh belt in an abrasive environment
Using the mesh belt in an abrasive environment will cause particularly severe wear. In order to ensure the service life of the mesh belt, it is necessary to pay attention to the following when using it:
a) You can avoid the mesh belt being directly exposed to abrasive materials by installing a chain cover;
b) When the mesh belt is exposed to abrasive materials, you must choose a suitable conveyor type;
c) Reduce the chain speed as much as possible;
d) To reduce the pressure of the hinge composed of the pin and sleeve of the mesh belt, please choose a larger mesh belt;
e) Please use grease lubricant.